Use Of Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) In Analyzing Mammograms

August 7, 2011

Mammograms are screening x-rays of the breasts used to detect breast cancer and other breast abnormalities. When detected early and treated early, breast cancer is curable.  Mammograms have been used extensively for many years. Radiologists use magnifying glasses to help in their review of the x-r[...]

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Mammograms: How Often?

July 22, 2011

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths for women in the United States. It is accepted that mammograms (x-rays of the breasts) have helped to reduce the incidence of breast cancer deaths by helping to diagnose breast cancers at earlier stages, when they can be treated mo[...]

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